Monday Night Film Series -FR

Event date(s): March 03, 2025
Time(s): 07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Category: Fredericton
Location: Fredericton

The Monday Night Film Series presents SMALL THINGS LIKE THESE on Monday March 3 at 7:30 p.m. in Tilley 102, UNB.

Based on Claire Keegan’s novel, Small Things Like These, directed by Tim Mielants, follows the journey of Bill Furlong, portrayed by Cillian Murphy. Bill, a coal merchant in a small Irish town in December 1985, discovers troubling secrets at a local convent overseen by the Catholic Church. During his deliveries, Bill encounters a desperate young girl, revealing the institution’s dark underbelly.

Bill’s courage drives the narrative as he protects his daughters and confronts injustices. His role as a father and moral compass leads him to challenge the status quo, uncovering hidden realities ignored by many. Murphy’s performance captures Bill’s internal conflict and determination, making his character relatable and compelling.

Premiered at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival, the film has garnered acclaim for its nuanced storytelling, delving into themes of moral bravery, personal trauma, and systemic issues. Adapted by Irish playwright Enda Walsh, the film preserves the emotional depth of Keegan’s prose, leaving a lasting impression.

“Tim Mielants’s excellent adaptation of Claire Keegan’s novel is sometimes devastating. Cillian Murphy gives us a performance equal to last year’s Oscar win, if not better, and Emily Watson sends shivers.” Joe Friar,  Fort Worth Report

Building: Tilley Hall

Room Number: Room 102